F&W-2026-1H - Technician, Fish, Game, and Wildlife (Hourly)

Open to: General Public
Work Week: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (up to 900 hours per fiscal year)
Salary: $17.50/hr.
Opening Date: February 26, 2026
Closing Date: March 19, 2026
Existing Vacancies: 1

Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
Fish and Wildlife
Wildlife Management
One Eldridge Road
Upper Freehold Township
Robbinsville, NJ 08691

Scope of Eligibility
Open to applicants who meet the requirements below.

Description
The Wildlife Permitting Unit is in need of assistance to issue initial permits and renew existing permits for 24+ types of wildlife permits.

Specific to the Position
The candidate will issue permits in accordance with rules and specific permit requirements; The candidate will check for and respond to phone calls, emails, and paper mail, and perform related filing. The candidate may assist unit staff with site inspections and may be required to transport wildlife using an NJDEP vehicle.

Preferred Skilled Set
Possess excellent attention to detail and strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills. Capable of following Standard Operating Procedures and using applications such as Microsoft Excel and Access.

License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey.

Employee Benefits
TES / Hourly employee benefits include:

• Earned Sick Time*

*Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.

SAME Applicants
If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please visit SAME Program , email [email protected] , or call CSC at (609) 292-4144 and select Option #3.

Veteran's Preference
To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit

Residency
All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”.

Authorization to Work
Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form . All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.

DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.